Question 1

What are the specs of the TAYANA 52?

Accepted Answer

The TAYANA 52 has the following specifications: 52.42ft LOA, 15ft beam, 6.5ft draft, 38,570lb displacement, 14,799.3lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Cutter. Keel: Fin.

Question 2

How much does a TAYANA 52 cost?

Accepted Answer

The TAYANA 52 has an average asking price of $229,950, with prices ranging from $199,900 to $260,000 based on 2 listings.

Question 3

Who built the TAYANA 52 and when was it made?

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Built by Ta Yang Yacht Building Co. (TAIWAN), designed by Robert Perry , first built in 1983, with production ending in 1991.

Question 4

Is the TAYANA 52 good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The TAYANA 52 is classified as a Bluewater Cruiser. It has a comfort ratio of 35.82, which means it is very comfortable in a seaway, suitable for extended offshore passages. The capsize screening ratio is 1.78, which is excellent for offshore sailing.

Question 5

How fast is the TAYANA 52?

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The TAYANA 52 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 16.3, which indicates moderate performance suitable for cruising. The displacement to length ratio is 231.09, making it a moderate displacement sailboat.

Question 6

How much does it cost to maintain a TAYANA 52?

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Annual maintenance for a TAYANA 52 is estimated at $4.6K – $12K. This includes hull care, rigging, sails, and engine service. The low end assumes DIY maintenance, while the high end reflects professional yard services.

Question 7

How much does it cost to own a TAYANA 52 per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the TAYANA 52 (52.42ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $4.6K – $12K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $2050-$3700/year (based on $229,950 average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 52.42ft boat: Florida: $9,400-$25,200/year. California: $8,800-$22,000/year. Massachusetts: $6,600-$14,700/year + $2,100 winter storage. New York: $6,600-$18,300/year + $2,100 winter storage. Maryland: $6,300-$11,300/year. Texas: $3,800-$11,300/year. Washington: $7,500-$16,400/year. Michigan: $3,700-$8,100/year + $2,100 winter storage. North Carolina: $5,700-$11,300/year. South Carolina: $8,200-$15,700/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $10K to $47K depending on location and maintenance approach. Source: SailPages.com, based on published marina rate cards and industry data.

Question 8

How much does it cost to dock a TAYANA 52?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the TAYANA 52 (52.42ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $9,400-$25,200/year. California: $8,800-$22,000/year. Massachusetts: $6,600-$14,700/year + $2,100 winter storage. New York: $6,600-$18,300/year + $2,100 winter storage. Maryland: $6,300-$11,300/year. Texas: $3,800-$11,300/year. Washington: $7,500-$16,400/year. Michigan: $3,700-$8,100/year + $2,100 winter storage. North Carolina: $5,700-$11,300/year. South Carolina: $8,200-$15,700/year. Rates are per foot per month multiplied by boat length. Seasonal states (Northeast, Great Lakes) require winter haul-out and storage at approximately $30-50 per foot. Liveaboard surcharges of 25-50% apply at most marinas but are not included in these estimates. Mooring balls are typically 40-55% less than slip costs. Source: SailPages.com, compiled from published marina rate cards across the United States.

Question 9

What are the common problems with the TAYANA 52?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 3 issues reported for the TAYANA 52 by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in deck, each rated by severity (critical, major, minor). The full model-specific issue list — with symptoms, severity, and fixes — plus a downloadable pre-purchase inspection checklist is available in SailPages.com's report for the TAYANA 52.

Question 10

What should I look for when buying a TAYANA 52?

Accepted Answer

When buying a TAYANA 52, SailPages.com has compiled 3 model-specific issues reported by owners across deck. Always hire a SAMS or NAMS accredited marine surveyor — SailPages.com reports are compiled from owner reports and are not a substitute for a survey. The downloadable report for the TAYANA 52 includes each reported issue plus a model-specific pre-purchase checklist with checkboxes, notes fields, and an overall assessment section.

Question 11

What are the sail dimensions of the TAYANA 52?

Accepted Answer

The TAYANA 52 has the following rig dimensions: I=62ft (foretriangle height), J=20.8ft (foretriangle base), P=57ft (mainsail luff), E=18ft (mainsail foot). Mainsail area: 1198.8 sq ft. Jib area: 644.8 sq ft.

Question 12

How does the TAYANA 52 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The TAYANA 52 is classified as a Bluewater Cruiser by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 52.42ft LOA, comfort ratio 35.82, capsize ratio 1.78, SA/disp 16.3, average price $229,950. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	52.42 ft
LWL	42.08 ft
Beam	15 ft
Draft	6.5 ft
Displacement	38,570 lb
Ballast	14,799.3 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	8.7 kn

Iforetriangle height	62 ft
Jforetriangle base	20.8 ft
Pmainsail luff	57 ft
Emainsail foot	18 ft
FLforestay	20.8 ft
Mainsail	1,198.8 sq ft
Jib (100%)	644.8 sq ft
Spinnaker	1,096.2 sq ft

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